Adam Malewski

"With all the great information on this site, getting settled in Kuala Lumpur was a piece of cake."

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

"A former business partner recommended InterNations to me when I moved abroad to Malaysia. We still use it to stay in touch."

A Warm Welcome to Our Expat Community in Kuala Lumpur

As-salamu alaykum, and welcome to the InterNations Community of expats in Kuala Lumpur; a city with one of the world's most distinctive skylines, dominated by the Petronas Towers and Kuala Lumpur Tower. Our resources will guide you through your relocation to this bustling metropolis and provide a wealth of invaluable information. We have detailed guides to help you find work in Kuala Lumpur, as well as advice on acquiring the correct visa and tips on choosing a part of the city to live in.
It's also reassuring to know our social forum connects you with other expats living in Kuala Lumpur, who can give you tips and advice from their own experiences. If you have a question, just ask, from "how do I travel around the city?" to "where can I watch English language movies?". Simply join one of groups and meet up with new friends in real life to make your transition to your new Malaysian adventure seamless.

With InterNations, you never stand alone. Whether you move to another city or go on a business trip
somewhere — our communities are there to make you feel at home wherever you are in the world. Feel free to
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Find More Information in Our Kuala Lumpur Expat Guides

Selamat Datang to Kuala Lumpur! Moving to Kuala Lumpur is the dream of many expats, who enjoy staying in this lively city in the Klang River Valley. InterNations shows you how to secure the right visa, how to find your way around in the Malaysian metropolis, and much more.

Living in Kuala Lumpur means settling in the center of a Southeast Asian “tiger state”. Why not visit the local InterNations expat network in “KL” while you’re there? Moreover, our City Guide provides useful info on health issues, renting an apartment, or exploring the city.

There are a lot of advantages to working in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s only global city and its center for international business. On InterNations, you’ll find the information you need, concerning work permits for expats, income tax, and social security in Kuala Lumpur.

Exchange Tips about living in Kuala Lumpur

Get trustworthy advice and local insights from fellow members in our Kuala Lumpur expat forums.

Your New Life in Kuala Lumpur

As Malaysia's capital city, Kuala Lumpur is the political and economic center of the country and hosts the headquarters of many multinational companies. Career opportunities are varied; finance is a key industry, with transport, tourism, education and the service industry just some of the other areas employing a large proportion of residents.
You'll find lively nights out in Bukit Bintang, the entertainment district, and excellent shopping in the city center; Tuanka Abdul Rahman. There's culture to be found in one of the city's museums, such as the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia or the Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery, and of course at the events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Thaipusam procession at Batu Caves; a Hindu celebration of dance and song. Cuisine in Kuala Lumpur is just as varied as its Chinese, Islamic and Malaysian architecture; curries and spicy middle Eastern dishes are prevalent, with chicken and fresh seafood carrying the fusion of flavors. Chinese cuisine presents sticky pork dishes and noodle shops are also a firm favorite.

InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 390 cities across the
globe. Get to know fellow internationals in your city, before you're moving, or when traveling somewhere
and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat
friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the
world. Whether they live in
Singapore or
Shanghai,
InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.

Find Like-Minded Expats in Kuala Lumpur

It can be tricky to find new friends when relocating; luckily, InterNations is here to help with a huge number of groups in Kuala Lumpur. You'll find InterNations Groups devoted to music, theater, professional networking, yoga, nightlife, wine and dancing, to name just a few, making sure you can carry on your hobbies and build up your social network after relocating. We are here to help you solve as many problems as possible before they even happen, so you can start your new life with the comfort of knowing you are not alone.

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Adam Malewski

"With all the great information on this site, getting settled in Kuala Lumpur was a piece of cake."

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

"A former business partner recommended InterNations to me when I moved abroad to Malaysia. We still use it to stay in touch."